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Near Hyatt Regency Casino and The Casino at Hilton Aruba, Secure+Private Villa with Pool+Hot Tub+Jacuzzi in Palm Beach Residence provides golfing on-site, a garden and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12557 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

Secure+Private Villa with Pool+Hot Tub+Jacuzzi in Palm Beach Residence

  • Welcome to Palm Beach Fortress, a beautifully renovated five-bedroom villa designed to provide an exceptional Aruba vacation experience. The main house was refreshed in August 2026, offering a comfortable and stylish setting for your island escape.

    This spacious private villa combines comfort, privacy, and the relaxed atmosphere of Caribbean living. The property is enclosed by approximately 10-foot privacy hedges and features a fully gated outdoor terrace, creating a secluded environment where you can unwind. Spend your days enjoying the private swimming pool and Jacuzzi, prepare meals on the BBQ, or relax in one of the property's multiple outdoor seating areas while enjoying Aruba's sunshine and refreshing tropical breezes.

    The two-story main villa features high ceilings and numerous windows that fill the interior with natural light. The comfortable living room includes an electric reclining sofa and TV, while the dining area comfortably seats eight guests. Two additional seats are available at the kitchen counter.

    The fully equipped kitchen provides everything needed for a convenient stay, including a refrigerator/freezer, stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave, blender, toaster, coffee maker, washer, and dryer.

    For additional entertainment, the villa offers a bonus room with a foosball table and sofa bed, providing a fun space for guests to gather as well as additional sleeping accommodations.

    Bedrooms – Main House

    The spacious primary suite is located upstairs and offers direct access to a pergola-covered terrace. This private outdoor space features a dining table, comfortable seating, a BBQ grill, and an outdoor TV. A staircase from the terrace provides direct access to the pool area.

    The primary bedroom features a king-size bed, wardrobe, and a generous en-suite bathroom. The bathroom includes a soaking tub positioned beside a picture window with a view, a large walk-in shower, a separate toilet room, and a double-sink vanity.

    Bedrooms two and three are located downstairs and share a large bathroom equipped with both a shower and a Jacuzzi tub suitable for two guests.

    The second bedroom, located through the right-hand hallway door, offers a king-size bed and wardrobe. The third bedroom, through the left-hand door, features a queen-size bed and wardrobe.

    Bedrooms – Guest House

    The fourth bedroom is located in the guest house near the pool. It includes a king-size bed, microwave, coffee maker, small refrigerator, TV, and a private en-suite bathroom with shower.

    The fifth bedroom is located in the guest house at the rear of the property. It offers two double-size beds, a small refrigerator, TV, and a private en-suite bathroom with shower.

    Additional amenities throughout the property include four cable TVs, air conditioning in the living room and all bedrooms, complimentary Wi-Fi, and generous parking in a fenced and covered garage. Guests also have access to beach towels, beach chairs, and a cooler.

    The villa can accommodate up to 12 guests with six beds plus a sofa bed. A rental car is recommended for convenient access to the island's many beaches, attractions, restaurants, and activities.

    LOCATION & AREA

    Palm Beach Fortress is situated in a quiet residential neighborhood in the Palm Beach area, only a few minutes by car from Aruba's world-famous Palm Beach. Known for its soft white sand, clear turquoise water, and spectacular Caribbean sunsets, Palm Beach is one of the island's most popular destinations.

    Everything you need for a comfortable stay is conveniently located nearby, including restaurants, cafés, coffee shops, supermarkets, convenience stores, pharmacies, gas stations, and ATMs.

    For those looking for entertainment and nightlife, the vibrant Palm Beach area offers plenty to enjoy both day and night. You'll find high-rise resorts, water sports, piers, beach bars, restaurants, casinos, shopping centers, cinemas, bowling, arcades, spas, and a lively nightlife scene.

    The villa is approximately 4 miles from Oranjestad, Aruba's capital city. Several of the island's other beautiful beaches are also within easy driving distance, including Eagle Beach, Hadicurari Beach, Malmok Beach, Boca Catalina, and Arashi Beach.

    Having a rental car is highly recommended for discovering Aruba at your own pace. Alternatively, there are numerous island tours and excursions available. Our concierge team at Prestige Vacations Aruba can assist with recommendations and arrangements, whether you're looking for a relaxing beach vacation, an adventure-filled getaway, or a combination of both.

    CONCIERGE SERVICES

    Make your Aruba vacation easy and enjoyable with Comfort Concierge Services. Our team can provide personalized recommendations and assist with arranging the details of your stay.

    Services include rental car arrangements, airport transportation, restaurant reservations, and first-day grocery delivery. You can also choose from a variety of island experiences, including UTV, Jeep, and bus tours, as well as ocean adventures such as sunset sailing, fishing, kayaking, and snorkeling.

    Let our team take care of the arrangements so you can spend more time enjoying Aruba. At Comfort Rentals Aruba, our goal is to make your stay comfortable, memorable, and enjoyable from beginning to end.

    The property management of this villa is under the care of Comfort Rentals Aruba, an affiliate of Prestige Vacations Aruba. Come and enjoy a vacation you deserve and create some wonderful memories, the Comfort Rentals Aruba team looks forward to welcoming you!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: smoking is allowed outdoors only

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Unit size: 6,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is allowed outdoors only

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Palm Beach, a neighbourhood in Noord, this villa is near a water park and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Eagle Beach and Palm Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Divi Golf and Beach Resort. Bubali Bird Sanctuary and Butterfly Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling. Visit our Noord travel guide
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Palm Beach Village

What's nearby

  • A beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a hotel in the background.
    Palm Beach
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Palm Beach Plaza
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hyatt Regency Casino
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Stellaris Casino
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Casino at Hilton Aruba
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Oranjestad (AUA-Queen Beatrix Intl.)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Smokey Joe's
    10 min walk
  • Starbucks
    10 min walk
  • Texas de Brazil
    10 min walk
  • Iguana Cantina
    8 min walk
  • North End Pub And Grill
    8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Secure+Private Villa with Pool+Hot Tub+Jacuzzi in Palm Beach Residence have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Secure+Private Villa with Pool+Hot Tub+Jacuzzi in Palm Beach Residence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Secure+Private Villa with Pool+Hot Tub+Jacuzzi in Palm Beach Residence?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secure+Private Villa with Pool+Hot Tub+Jacuzzi in Palm Beach Residence?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secure+Private Villa with Pool+Hot Tub+Jacuzzi in Palm Beach Residence?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secure+Private Villa with Pool+Hot Tub+Jacuzzi in Palm Beach Residence located?

Located in Palm Beach, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Palm Beach Plaza and Hyatt Regency Casino. Palm Beach and The Casino at Hilton Aruba are also within 15 minutes.

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 54 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 54 reviews

8.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very quiet neighborhood and not far from the beach. The house was very clean, staff very responsive especially when the internet was not working. But overall the whole family had fun and we enjoyed our stay. We will definitely come back
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean, bedrooms were a very good size and kitchen was fully equipped. It’s located in a nice area within walking distance to Palm Beach and restaurants. The pool was great for the kids and in the afternoon it was partially shaded. Perfect for them staying out of the sun from being at the beach in the morning.The property managers Marvelin and Rolando were excellent. We were met on arrival and were explained everything about the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful and Beautiful

Very quiet neighborhood and love the privacy
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

We had 5 of us. Two couples and me, their mom. It was perfect for our needs. Beautiful home and not too far a walk to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome home in Aruba

We had an amazing vacation. This house was perfect in all it's amenities and space for our family of 8. Loved the table on the front porch, having a private pool was great and it felt like home. Dr. Riley was an awesome host and very helpful with a medical issue for my brother soon after we arrived. We will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great for big group. On the best part of the island.

We chose this property because we had 11 adults and 1 baby and wanted everyone to have a bed. We had a terrific week. We spent a bunch of time outside in the multiple seating areas around the pool. The owners are friendly, responsive, and helpful. I was a little nervous because the property allows smoking outside and a couple in my party are highly sensitive to those smells. There was no hint of a smoke smells anywhere. Thanks for letting us use your house for a terrific and memorable week in a beautiful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Aruba family Christmas

The Fortress was very spacious & a very private setting/yard! 10- minute walk to the beach & restaurant/bars/shopping The property is a little old & we experienced several system breakdowns TV, Internet, sewage smells etc… the owner, Mgmt contact, maintenance were very responsive & for the most part fixed things in a timely manner! We would stay there again, we just booked it wrong as we all stayed different l Number of days… so cost us more…but that’s on us! Thanks John L
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A great house!

We rented this house for vacation (there were 7 of us, ages 14 to 52). In surveying our family, they said that this was the best family vacation that we have ever taken. The location is great. We could walk to get to the beach or lounge by the pool. The pool was great and was bigger than we expected. Anything that you could want to do is a short walk from the home--restaurants, bars, water sports, etc. The grocery store was even just a few blocks away. The rooms were spacious and clean. We were also able to use the two "apartments" to give everyone plenty of space. Every morning I made coffee in our room and walked out onto the beautiful balcony to read a book! The owner stopped in, to check on us and was hospitable and gracious. We highly recommend the house.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The best house for big families

It has been a week since we left Aruba but still miss the island and especially the house. From the booking time I had e great experience with Mr. Riley. He replies back on time with all information I asked for and some times also extra he thought could help out. Our group was consisting of 8 adults and 3 children between the ages of 5 and 55. The children loved the pool and we as teenagers spend alot of time in the tub. The house features were perfect for every age and it's really romantic at night for couples. The location of the house was perfect! Close to the well known high rise area. Restaurants, night club, beaches and shoping mall were blocks away. The neighborhood is so quit that within hours you will feel at home. I definitely recommend the house for every big family and it doesn't matter what type of person you are the features of the house will fit to anyone.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Supposedly a great house (long time ago) but in desperate need of updates and repairs, it just not rentable in this condition. Ant infestation in rooms, cockroaches in kitchen, and on top of it, unserviced septic tank that overfilled, and started returning stuff even through shower drains. It was fixed next day. On top of it, all the yard landscape reuses septic liquid for watering backyard plants, and the smell is overwhelming. We had to ask for everything that was supposed to be included with the house: hand and face towels, jacuzzi was cold-we waited till next day propane delivery, tried grilling, again, no propane till next day, house is advertised that it sleeps 10, yet, there’s total of 8 forks in the kitchen, and hardly any pots and pans for cooking. In addition, water heater kept shutting off and we’ve showered mostly with cold water. Add to that busted rattan bed by the pool covered with rubber mat that luckily no one fell through. I was on the phone with property manager almost daily. We’re not complainers, but actually very easy going family, and we’ve never posted a review with anything but a 5 star. This one would be no exception if there was couple of minor things wrong, but once our long awaited family vacation was turned into bunch of daily frustrations, we had to post a negative one. Again, with some solid upgrades and once well stocked with everything a rental house needs, this would again be a prime spot. House layout is great, and so is the location.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2026
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A Home Away from Home

Aruba Fortress is located in a quiet peaceful neighborhood. But, so close to Palm Beach, High Rise Hotels, & Palm Beach Mall. When we arrived Helen who is so helpful & sweet showed us around the lovely house. Had a fruit basket waiting for us in the fridge, also some bottled water, juice & supplies formour first mornings breakfast. Even thenowner stopped by one morning to check on us to make sure we had everything that we needed. There are 2 air conditioned bedrooms on the main floor, one with an aquatic theme. A spacious bathroom with a large jacuzzi tub. The second floor has a sitting area in the loft outside of the air conditioned Master Suite which is larger than most hotel rooms. Extra large walk in closet, Master bath & a sofa to relax on. There is a roomy balcony off the master suite with a table &'chairs to seat 6 comfortably. The balcony overlooks the pool & jacuzzi which is enclosed & very private. There are also a set of stairs that lead from the balcony to the pool area. There are shaded lounge chairs, comfy seating with a large umbrella to relax when you need a break from the bright Aruba sun. The patio off the living room has comfortable seating with a charcoal grill & they even supplied us with a new bag of charcoal & lighter fluid. The living room has a 2 story cathedral ceiling, & a crescent shaped sofa to enjoy the flat screen tv from. The house also has wifi throughout. We were so comfortable & relaxed there it was just like being in our own home. There is a wooden Dinng room table with seating for at least 6. The kitchen is equipped with full size fridge, stove, microwave, dishwasher, & washer & dryer. Dishes, pots, pans, silverware, etc are also supplied. Recently heard from the owner that there are making some new changes & upgrades to the house, so check back for the new pics. Can't wait to go back!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Vacation Home in Aruba!

The home was as described. We had 9 people and plenty of beds and baths to make the entire vacation pleasant. The daily maid service was included, and was a nice change of pace from a typical rental home, allowing us to enjoy our trip without a lot of cleanups from meals, baths, etc. The swimming pool and hottub were fantastic and saw much use after the hot sightseeing and beach weather! All appliances worked well, and the washer/dryer were very handy and allowed us to pack lightly. Internet worked pretty well, and was only down due to the outside cable company's issues, and then only a few times. The house was situated only a 5 minute walk to Palm Beach shopping and beaches, Moomba Beach, and the many varied watersports companies. It came with a large cooler and beach chairs, towels, etc. that made our frequent trips to the beach much easier and enjoyable. Dr. Riley also arranged rental cars for us, which I would highly suggest as they are priced under the typical price for them in Aruba at the airport. Taking taxis with 9 people and their luggage was definitely the way to go, as the cars there are small and couldn't handle the luggage and the people without multiple trips to the airport. The cars he provided were ready and waiting for us in the closed garage at the house. There were only a few problems that Dr. Riley resolved nearly instantly after we notified him of them. One AC unit went out completely, and he had a completely new unit installed and made functional while we were out at the beach. Other issues were minor and were taken care of immediately by Dr. Riley. He was very easy going and ultraresponsive to our needs. Overall, I would highly recommend this home for larger groups or families, including those with small children. The price, car provisioning, and the quick and courteous service provided by Dr. Riley and Helen to any issues we found make this a property I will rent again on our next trip to Aruba! Danki Dr. Riley and Helen! John Grills
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

A disappointing week

There were nothing but problems from the first day. The property manager sent a representative to meet our first person. She showed a few things about the property, but there were no written instructions. The grill was filthy, and didn’t work till the third day when someone came to fix it. Some of the hot and cold faucets were backwards - so we thought two of the rooms didn’t have hot water. The propane ran out, and the spa wasn’t working till the sixth night. The wifi and tv didn’t work in the two backyard bedrooms for the first few days. We couldn’t figure out how to work the stove. The AC in the dining room didn’t work at all. With the living room AC down the dining room was bearable, but the living room was too cold for anyone to use it. The AC didn’t reach the kitchen at all. We couldn’t reach the property manager by phone. He told us there was no one to contact after 6PM. I had to send messages through VRBO to get help. Each time someone answered me promptly, but they had major problems fixing all the issues, and sometimes didn’t send anyone till the end of the day. Two or three nights there was a worker at the house till 9PM. The workers would say we’ll be back at 8:30 tomorrow - then not show up till after six, or the next day. All the beds, except the two twins in the small main floor bedroom, were way too firm and uncomfortable. The outside furniture is shabby, broken pieces sticking out. One dining room chair isn’t stable, almost collapsing when someone sat in it. Much of the inside furniture is beat up and broken. The worst was on the 4th (or was it 5th?) day when it poured for hours. We woke up to leaks all over the dining room, kitchen and laundry room. The first person up that morning slipped on the wet tile floors - luckily she was able to grab onto something and keep herself from falling. VRBO told us to vacate the property and find new lodging. But they said we had to use Expedia, and we had to keep costs close to what we spent on this house if we wanted to be reimbursed. It was impossible to find anything comparable, and at that point most of our complaints had been addressed. We decided to stay, the rain stopped, the sun came out, and it seemed we’d be better off just staying. The owner gave us a 25% refund. This didn’t come close to covering the time we lost - but we were so tired of the whole thing we said ok. The property needs to be cleaned, better maintained, and clear instructions provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Aruba vacation

This house was the prefect for our large family. We had 10 people and had plenty of bedrooms and beds. Quick walk to the beach, restaurants, shopping and the beach bar for daily happy hour. Had a few minor hiccups that the property managers handled ASAP. Cannot say enough good things about them. The pool was awesome and great time hanging in there in the afternoons.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation 2022

We had an awsome time at this property. It had ample supplies, was in walking distance from the hotels, beach, shops, and restaurants. Everyone enjoyed the outdoor pool and hot tub.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness

Aruba

Cabana air conditioning didn’t work. We called and they fixed it. But it smelled of mildew and we couldn’t use those bedrooms. Poolside jacuzzi didn’t work. Telephone didn’t work. Air conditioning control for dining room wasn’t there. No shampoo or conditioner in dispensers. Ran out of toilet paper.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal Location

House was clean, had plenty of space, and was as described in the description. You couldn't ask for a better location. Walking distance to the resort area with all the restaurants and the beach - only needed a taxi to and from the airport. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

High School Grad/Family Vaction

We took 10 people (mix of family and friends) to aduba for a week to celebrate my daughter's high school graduation. The space was perfect for the group and the location was amazing. Easy communication with the host. Only issue we had all week was spotty internet if everyone was Googling what to do next or what music to play at the same time...
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

House was great, clean and well maintained. The outdoor space was excellent, lots of shaded sitting areas and hammocks. The pool and connected jacuzzi are in an area of the outdoor space that can be closed off with gates if needed for young children.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

traveler BEWARE: owner is shady , rent at your own risk

property is so so. cold water showers, broken toilet seat in downstairs master suite, pool/hot tub tile is scaled and dirty. cockroaches in upstairs master suite and outside apartment has a small pest infestation. cannot leave drinking glasses on counters as they become full of little bugs.. thats the property review. THE real issue is the shady owner. prior to coming to aruba, one of the couples could not make the trip due to the covid 19 pandemic, we spoke to the owner before arriving and he promised to refund their portion of the rental, no questions asked due to the circumstances. the other 3 couples did make the trip to aruba and his villa. as the outbreak became full blown, we were advised to leave early before the airport shut down. we spoke to the owner in person and followed up with facebook messenger messages where the owner , promised to refund a portion of our rental for the 3 nights we did not stay. i saved the messages, and can share if you would like to see them. once we returned to the states, i contacted the owner a week after to inquire the status of the refund. he commented he was so busy with this pandemic he hasn't had time, and that vrbo did not disperse the money to his account yet so he "can't refund what he hasn't received yet". three weeks later i contacted him again and he now states it is not his responsibility to refund anything, its vrbo's responsibility to refund the FULL portion. i have spoken to vrbo multiple times, they (VRBO) have refunded the "service fee" , they have dispersed the money into the owners account and it is expected that (the owner) refund the partial portion of the unused rental costs. THIS IS VRBO'S POLICY FROM THEIR WEBSITE: "Request a refund: We are strongly encouraging property owners and managers to issue at least a partial refund for situations in which a flexible credit can not be accommodated. Please contact the owner or property manager to discuss cancellation and refund options. Although they are not obligated to provide a refund beyond the terms of the rental agreement, those who do not offer flexibility are subject to penalties in our marketplace." The owner said "i will not be intimidated by their penalitie policy". Its a shame an owner with multiple rental properties takes advantage of hard working people who save up to take a vacation that ends with unforseen circumstances. i'm a firm believer in karma.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golden Girls

The Golden Girls and I had a wonderful stay at Dr. Riley's place. He was very attentive when we reached out to him. The place was perfect for our needs. Aruba is one happy island.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Aruba Family vacation

What a fabulous home!! We had plenty of room for 8 people to stay comfortably. The bedrooms were accommodating and the beds comfortable. The pool and hot tub met our needs, but why use them so much when the beach is so close. Palm Beach was an easy walk from the house. The shopping was close as well. I attended meetings at the Ritz Carlton, which was close as well. We met Helen on the first day! Wonderful lady and very helpful on guiding us in restaurant ideas and activities. The cooler, beach chairs, beach towels and umbrella were great additions! They made our beach outings much easier! We had an At Home Aruba chef prepare 2 dinners at the Fortress!! Wow!! How wonderful!! Would strongly recommend the Palm Beach Fortress to any with a large group. Thank Dr. Riley and Helen
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful experience

This was a really good property. We were a group of 10 adults, enjoyed the separate sleeping quarters and the main house. Kitchen was nicely equipped, pool and jacuzzi were wonderful. Was a little tricky to locate and had taxi's circuling around numerous times but once we figured it out, was easy to get to. Definitely a great place for groups to enjoy the area! There were a few minor glitches but we worked around them and enjoyed our time there immensely! Highly recommend this Villa !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house , great location

We renter this house for my wife’s 50th birthday . Plenty of room for 8 of Us . We spent a lot of time in the evening At the pool and hot tub Owners were very friendly and easy to get in touch with. Location is very close to mall, beach and restaurants We would definitely stay there again
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication

Helpful feedback to owner

The outdoor area needs to be maintained. Pool area needs to be power washed and a lot of the pool tile re-grouted. The hot water heater for the house needs replacement ( insufficient hot water for morning showers) overall review is that it has been neglected and needs some maintenance on a regular basis.